Eternal Renaissance: Flames of Iranism’s Resurgence in Contemporary Art
Aram Ruhig’s work invites viewers into a poetic, immersive space where mysticism, transformation, and the ongoing journey toward the authentic self and artistic expression intertwine. Rooted in the deep philosophical traditions of Persian civilization, his paintings and media works reimagine ancient narratives in a contemporary form, carrying forward a heritage of artistic renewal.
At the heart of this exhibition is the idea of eternal renaissance a civilization that, despite upheavals, continuously reinvents itself. Through layers of movement, light, and symbolism, Aram Ruhig explores the relationship between material and spiritual existence, questioning the boundaries between seen and unseen, presence and absence. His work bridges the poetic and the visual, creating compositions that invite reflection on transformation and continuity.
Drawing from the mystical and literary traditions of Hafez, Ferdowsi, and Zoroastrian philosophy, his works echo a timeless search for harmony. Love and participation stand at the core of this journey an invitation to engage with existence not through identification, but through the experience of the true self.
The Persian garden serves as a symbol of balance in differences, not as a fixed paradise, but as a space of continuous growth, movement, and becoming much like a musical composition where diverse elements come together in harmony and serves as a metaphor throughout Aram Ruhig’s work. It represents not only an earthly paradise but also a reflection of a material-spiritual dialogue where diversity, fluidity, and transformation create a visual symphony.
In Eternal Renaissance, mysticism is not an escape but a re-engagement, a reimagining of past and future as one evolving entity. Through this lens, Aram Ruhig invites us to step into an artistic realm where poetic tradition and contemporary vision merge, keeping the eternal flame of creative expression alive.
by: Aram Ruhig
Curator: Oliver Rico
Organiser: MATERIAL